New Nuclear Energy Generation in Port Hope

• Ontario’s energy demand is expected to grow by 75 per cent by 2050, requiring bold action to ensure the province has the affordable power it will need over the next 25 years.

• Ontario is planning ahead by refurbishing Darlington, Pickering and expanding Bruce Power’s nuclear facilities, along with the launch of the largest competitive energy procurement in Canadian history. And yet, we must do more.

• Minister Lecce announced that Ontario has directed OPG to advance opportunities for up to 10,000 MW of new nuclear energy generation at the Wesleyville site in Port Hope.

• This is part of our government’s expansion of nuclear energy, which is now underway for the first time in 30 years.

• The Wesleyville nuclear project will provide enough power for 10 million homes, create 10,500 jobs, and contribute $235 billion to Ontario’s GDP over an estimated 95-year project lifespan.

• Our government is partnering with the Williams Treaties First Nations by providing capacity funding and equity participation opportunities, ensuring Indigenous communities are central partners in this transformative project.

• Following Port Hope’s unanimous support resolution in favour of these discussions, the government announced $1 million in immediate funding for Port Hope and up to $30 million for infrastructure investments tied to project milestones. 

• Unlike the previous Liberal government, which burdened Ontarians with skyrocketing hydro rates, a costly carbon tax, and no energy plan, Premier Ford is demonstrating leadership by delivering affordability in Ontario and fighting for families and workers nationwide.